Signal Green and blue space access could save the NHS 2.1 billion pounds a year

Summary

The report lists access to green and blue space among the extra benefits of conserving biodiversity. Easy access to such places improves both physical and mental health. The report estimates that this could save the NHS 2.1 billion pounds each year. Protecting and enhancing nature also supports the economy by creating jobs and drawing tourism and community investment. Nature-based solutions such as mangrove restoration can help avoid heavy damage costs and are estimated to prevent 57 billion US dollars of flood damage a year across five countries. In its climate analysis, the report likewise observes that cities lacking green space are more exposed to heat and flooding.